Biography

Dr. Ghada Soliman’s laboratory research focuses on a nutrient-sensing protein termed the mammalian Target of Rapamycin (mTOR). mTOR is a central regulator of normal cell metabolism and cancer metabolism.  As such, dysregulation of mTOR signaling pathway is implicated in the pathogenesis of chronic diseases including insulin resistance, diabetes and cancer. Her research interests focus on the role of mTOR signal transduction in pancreatic diseases including diabetes, metabolic disease and pancreatic cancer. Research models used in the laboratory include cell culture, mouse models of pancreatic cancer, and clinical samples.

Dr. Soliman’s translational research is centered on optimal nutrition as an integral part of public health promotion and disease prevention. Her community nutrition research focuses on childhood obesity prevention, school nutrition, adult obesity and weight management among individuals and across populations. To promote optimal health,  comprehensive weight management programs emphasize nutritious well-balanced diet, physical activity, and behavioral modification to achieve and sustain healthy weight.

 

Ghada A. Soliman

Associate Professor

Graduate Program Director

 

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  • DEPARTMENTDepartment of Health Promotion,
    Social, and Behavior Health
    College of Public Health
    University of Nebraska Medical
  • COUNTRYUSA